Is parking available at the property?

Free self parking is available onsite, making it convenient for guests traveling by car.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 1:00 AM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and additional charges may apply.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The motel is located in Austin (South Congress), just steps from South Congress Avenue and a 5-minute drive from Lady Bird Lake. It is 5.1 miles from the University of Texas at Austin and 2.8 miles from Sixth Street.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not mentioned.

Village Motor Inn in Austin, TX

Average nightly price at Village Motor Inn by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$64
February	$97
March	$122
April	$84
May	$75
June	$84
July	$71
August	$138
September	$108
October	$88
November	$126
December	$47

What guests think

Across recent reviews, Village Motor Inn draws heavy criticism for cleanliness and upkeep, with frequent reports of roaches or bedbugs, odors, mold, linens, and broken fixtures, while a smaller group appreciates its low prices and proximity to South Congress.

Many guests describe the front desk as rude or unhelpful, citing refusals to assist, denied refunds, and check-in problems, though a minority mention friendly staff. Facilities draw complaints of no or unreliable Wi-Fi, limited or nonworking TVs, no breakfast or ice, and a closed pool, alongside reports of noise, loitering, and safety concerns on the property. Overall, this is a low-cost option with significant trade-offs.

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Facilities

Many report no or unreliable Wi-Fi, limited or nonworking TVs, no breakfast, and broken or missing ice machines; a few note the pool is closed or filled in. Several mention ample parking.

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Georgie

Oct 8, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I've stayed here for over 2 months. And let me start by saying that the staff is excellent and polite. However, there's no Wi-Fi and there's no TV, no channels. No news, nothing. so the nice newTV's that are in the rooms are just decorations! more than does it's hard to believe in 2024 and a big city. Basic necessities like Wi-Fi and television are overload by the property owners of this this property.

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Emily

Sep 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms are cheap and convenient but there are roaches, a lot of the amenities are older or don't work as good, mirrors sit on the ground or bathroom sink, you have to ask for every little thing from trash bags to toilet paper, homeless people hangout and use the stair ways as bathrooms too. On the upside it is right next door to a convenience store and is a short walk from a majority of the cool places found on Congress, two bus stops right next to it and always plenty of parking. They do not allow guests to have pets but you will hear the occasional dog somewhere inside. Don't use the ice machine and just hangout in your room. Not wheelchair accessible and all the smoking rooms are on the 3rd floor. Wifi does not work unless you stand outside your room door or on the stairways, wifi is apparently more for the homeless than for guests. Pool is filled with dirt and there is no breakfast or anything offered. Perfect for cheap fast get aways. They also do not accept any cash and you can only pay daily according to them.

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Pablo

Sep 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

No wifi, no tv

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Timothy

Oct 15, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

No cable TV ... No WiFi the entire 3nts I stayed there. No towels in the room when I checked in. A/C unit barely cooled room and was so loud, a 747 taking off would be quieter. Homeless and transient persons sleeping in the stairwells. DO NOT STAY HERE.

2

Georgie

Jun 12, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Roaches everywhere, no wifi, no ice machines, no vending machines, rude front desk staff. GO SOMEWHERE ELSE!!!

2

Ruben

Oct 10, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Ice Maker broken, spilled mess in the Microwave, WIFI broken, excuse was a storm knocked it out...for two days???I needed it for business

2

Sarai

Oct 17, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Not so much the property, but the hotel was horrible. There was a used dental floss stick on the table stand, a lot of mold on the shower curtain, no WiFi, no breakfast, no pool, the t.v. didn’t work and we arrived to police officers taking care of what looked like a dispute between the hotel workers. I had booked three nights but left after the first night. I was charged the full three nights and haven’t been refunded the two nights I did not stay.

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Charles

Apr 30, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

My room was clean, and the AC/heater actually worked. There is ample parking and it's just a short distance from downtown Austin. And it's less expensive than other places. On the downside, there is no Wi-Fi, no refrigerator, nor similar amenities. Think 1970s. This is not to disparage the motel; it's just being descriptive. If you're just looking for a clean place to sleep, at a good price, it's here.

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palestinageorgr

Sep 23, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

No toilet paper or cleanix in room. No glass orcup, ice machine out of order.

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Georgie

Oct 8, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I've been staying here for over two months, Let me start by saying that the staff is excellent,. If you are coming to Austin for whatever reason. Be prepared for NO WIFI, and NO TELEVISION CHANNELS WHAT SO EVER. DISAPPOINTING BECAUSE ITS 2024, AND THE NICE BIG TV's THAT ARE IN THE ROOMS ARE NOTHING MORE THAN DECORATIONS. THERE IS ACTUALLY A HOTEL IN A BIG CITY WITHOUT WIFI, or even ONE CHANNEL on the TELEVISION M

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Cleanliness

Reviews consistently cite poor cleanliness: roaches or bedbugs, dirty linens and bathrooms, strong odors, mold, and stained or damaged surfaces; some mention water damage or even ceiling leaks. Housekeeping quality is often described as minimal.

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Tracye

Feb 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

BEDBUGS!!!on covers of bed. No toilet paper. Graffiti on the lampshade. Broken toilet, Nasty bath tub/hower.Blood on the wall. DON'T STAY HERE

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Hanna

Nov 16, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Disgusting room. Blood stains everywhere, smelled like urine. Air exchange blew hot stinky air into our bathroom. We didn’t want to take a shower because of how filthy it was (also used soap left in bathroom) toilet paper roll was almost empty and air conditioner was disgusting and moldy. Hair was in the sink. I have bug bites from the room. Wouldn’t wish this on my worst enemy. This place should be burned to the ground

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George

May 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Room had bloodstains on wall by sink. Stains on sheets. Bathroom door was taped together. Toilet paper holder missing. Paint peeling off ceiling in bathroom. Had to call 911 at 6:30 am for man banging on room door next to ours. Police said I was one of several callers reporting incident. Police came again after man came back and banged on door more. Terrible experience. You couldn't PAY me to stay there, it's that bad. I don't know why Expedia even advertises it. Shame on them!

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Larry

Feb 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I woke up to a loud sound in my bathroom around 5:15am. I got up and a part of the ceiling had caved in over the bathtub that was wet and moldy. I put on my shoes and left.

2

Md Fazlay

May 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

If there was a negative star, I would have given that. It’s just torture and waste of money. Cockroach in the washroom, bad smell from the room, and feels like living in an indian slum (may be because the owner is from there). You will get sick. Don’t fall for the price. No wifi, nothing. Believe me you won’t stay for free here.

2

Clinton

Apr 2, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This is the dirtiest most disgusting hotel I've ever stayed at. Zero cleaning. Blood stains in the room on the walls. Someine's Used fake eyelashes stuck to the lamp. Dried bloody urine on the toilet seat. Used wrappers from shampoo products on the floor in the bathroom. The latch to the door broken off and hanging. The shower equipment with poorly siliconed back together ish. Drug use on the property. Broken down vehicles with flat tires and missing wheels in the parking lot. Massive stains on the mattresses. Staff yelling at each other across the parking lot. This hotel is an embarrassment to Austin. I would have taken more photos but I felt like I was photographing a crime scene.

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Narissa

Mar 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Unfortunately, I don’t have any pictures. The hotel was a complete mess the room smelled of smoke. The bedsheets smelled horrible. The bathtub was disgusting. I had to clean it out a bit before I stepped into. Take a shower. There were dead roaches all over the bathroom and the vanity area as well as holes in the wall holes in the bathroom door and missing hinges on the door. I felt very unsafe. I had to leave the very first night.

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Zoaib

Oct 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Dirty. Disgusting. Neglected. Bedsheets stained, bathroom and floors dirty.

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Holly

Aug 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Very bad roach problem. Pulled back bed cover and roaches were in the bed as well as every where else. It was awful and i didnt get any sleep/slept in my vehicle. Bathtub very dirty; microwave dirty; unit very dusty.

2

D

Mar 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Black mold, handprints in the dust on the headboard, walls and nightstands were dirty, shower was dirty

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Rooms

Rooms are very worn, with broken or missing locks and fixtures, uncomfortable beds, poor lighting, and frequent noise; several note smoke smells in non-smoking rooms and TVs or AC that don’t work well. A few guests found them acceptable for a short, budget stay.

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Georgie

Oct 8, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I've stayed here for over 2 months. And let me start by saying that the staff is excellent and polite. However, there's no Wi-Fi and there's no TV, no channels. No news, nothing. so the nice newTV's that are in the rooms are just decorations! more than does it's hard to believe in 2024 and a big city. Basic necessities like Wi-Fi and television are overload by the property owners of this this property.

6

Shawn

Apr 1, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The lighting in rooms is very poor other then that it's all right

4

Luis

Dec 19, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Some rooms are missing things

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Keath

Mar 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The staff was very friendly. Considering our stay was during SXSW it was SUPER cheap, but it was clear why. The room we stayed in was in POOR condition. You could feel the springs in the bed, the AC unit would only allow you to move the temperature cooler; the "UP" button didn't work. The light bulbs were mission from the lamp. The toilet paper holder was ripped off the wall. The pillows were FLAT. The previously used bar of soap was in the shower. The toilet seat was broken and wouldn't stay on when you lifted it. But other than that, it was great :-/

4

Robert

May 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Air Conditioning was not functioning and the night was long and hot

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Shawn

Mar 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

They need more lighting in the rooms .

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Mario

Apr 6, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

I believe this was an older building. No elevator, so light packing would be ideal if staying on second or third floor. I work overnight so I slept well during the day. Shower was great. Room clean for the most part. Microwave worked well. My fridge did not work throughout my stay and I reported that at check out. Hopefully they fix that or visitor should plan for take out or bring their own cooler.

4

Jennifer

Aug 24, 2023

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Stayed 7 nights

I requested a non-smoking room and our room reeked of cigarette smoke when we checked in. Our room didn't have a clothing rod for us to hang up our clothes. We had to keep our clothes in our suitcases. Also, 2 nights into our stay a violent fight broke out next door and the police kept interrupting our stay for 2 days. I will never return there.

4

Diana

Jan 25, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The TV didnt work, called the front desk for assistance, no answer. We were a group of 3 and they only left towels for 2. They did no provide wi-fi access code. Walls had holes covered with toilet paper or clear tape with some gunk on top, that was not plaster looking. Will nit b coming here again.

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Tabetha

Sep 25, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Lamps didnt work, deadbolt didnt work, check in room was extremely hot.

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Service

Many guests report rude or unhelpful staff, poor problem resolution, and strict no-refund or check-in issues; some allege discriminatory behavior. A smaller number praise friendly or professional service.

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JESSICA

May 12, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Good location and older hotel but they didnt let me checkin ans still haven't refunded my money.

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Juan Carlos

Mar 8, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Bathroom sink was broken, lamp was broken, tv was broken, mattress was uncomfortable, could feel springs. Room needed a whole remodeling. Wish it couldve been better. When i went to front desk to inform her about the broken stuff, she tried to tell me it was me who did it. I took pictures the same day i arrived and she was very rude.

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Erik

Nov 23, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

service at desk was terrible

2

Sheldon

Jan 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Do Not Book This Hotel!!! They are rude to visitors. They are racist especially the a lady who was disgusting, no manners. Their hospitality is just as run down as the old dust musky hotel they are running. DO NOT BOOK!!!

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Robert

Mar 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Village Motor Inn is a wonderful place to stay. The staff is friendly and professional.

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Antonio

Jan 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I got off work late last night and booked for that night. When i tried to check in the guy at the front was very rude and refused to check me in. I tried to explain and ask if i could rent for the night. And he was just rude. He told me to contact Expedia for the refund and then refused to answer when they tried to call the property. So i had to sleep outside and they kept my money. Im not in town tonight just as i tried to tell them and i want a refund but they refuse to answer for Expedia.

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Herbert

Apr 21, 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was very kind.. above and beyond..

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Molly

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The staff was RUDE! I explained to them I’m having health issues, they refused to move me to a room on the ground floor. They refused to bring clean towels to my room. I’ve stayed there during travel to Austin before, I like the SOCO area. This place has lost a repeat customer!

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Alonzo

May 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I had a good experience with the staff but the person I was getting the for had problems with the staff. And they let her stay . I asked for a refund but customer service said I would have to get it from Expedia. Still waiting for Village Motor inn to respond to refund. I didn't receive what I paid for. I should have gotten my refund that day from V.M.Inn.

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Miguel

May 28, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The staff are such adorable people I love them all and I love how they help the customers out anyway they can

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Location

Close to South Congress and reasonably near downtown, with bus stops nearby and ample parking, but many mention loitering, visible drug activity, and feeling unsafe.

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Bryce

Oct 3, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Several items in the room needed fixed or updated. Property was not kept up. Not much in the area within walking, although bus stop was across the street. Homeless people were always present on the property and things could get loud from time to time - heard from inside the room. Spend a few more dollars and stay in somewhere better.

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Ashley

Jun 2, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The property has plenty of parking and is very close to downtown. Very pleased with my stay here.

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Dennis

Apr 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Just dirty and scary area..

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Tristan

Oct 13, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Place was a good stay pretty quiet. Its in a great location on south congress, theres alot thats easily within walking distance good staff

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Emily

Sep 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms are cheap and convenient but there are roaches, a lot of the amenities are older or don't work as good, mirrors sit on the ground or bathroom sink, you have to ask for every little thing from trash bags to toilet paper, homeless people hangout and use the stair ways as bathrooms too. On the upside it is right next door to a convenience store and is a short walk from a majority of the cool places found on Congress, two bus stops right next to it and always plenty of parking. They do not allow guests to have pets but you will hear the occasional dog somewhere inside. Don't use the ice machine and just hangout in your room. Not wheelchair accessible and all the smoking rooms are on the 3rd floor. Wifi does not work unless you stand outside your room door or on the stairways, wifi is apparently more for the homeless than for guests. Pool is filled with dirt and there is no breakfast or anything offered. Perfect for cheap fast get aways. They also do not accept any cash and you can only pay daily according to them.

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Kevin

Apr 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

I would not recommend this place. Sketchy part of Austin south of the walkable areas. Room was not in good shape - would probably fail an inspection. If you’re thinking of this one because the price is good, it’s not worth it.

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Carissa

May 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

When I checked in the staff was rude the whole time. This place was extremely dangerous to the point when I went out to eat, I didn’t come back and didn’t even go in the room because of how uncomfortable I felt. I wish I looked at the yelp reviews before looking on here.

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Valentin

Nov 10, 2023

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Unless you want to stay at a hotel full on cockroaches and homeless people in the parking lot, I don’t not recommend this hotel. DO NOT STAY HERE.

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Lawrence

Oct 12, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Good location

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Molly

Nov 16, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The staff was RUDE! I explained to them I’m having health issues, they refused to move me to a room on the ground floor. They refused to bring clean towels to my room. I’ve stayed there during travel to Austin before, I like the SOCO area. This place has lost a repeat customer!

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Dining

On-site dining is minimal; multiple reviews note there is no breakfast. No other consistent food feedback appears in the reviews.

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Emily

Sep 7, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The rooms are cheap and convenient but there are roaches, a lot of the amenities are older or don't work as good, mirrors sit on the ground or bathroom sink, you have to ask for every little thing from trash bags to toilet paper, homeless people hangout and use the stair ways as bathrooms too. On the upside it is right next door to a convenience store and is a short walk from a majority of the cool places found on Congress, two bus stops right next to it and always plenty of parking. They do not allow guests to have pets but you will hear the occasional dog somewhere inside. Don't use the ice machine and just hangout in your room. Not wheelchair accessible and all the smoking rooms are on the 3rd floor. Wifi does not work unless you stand outside your room door or on the stairways, wifi is apparently more for the homeless than for guests. Pool is filled with dirt and there is no breakfast or anything offered. Perfect for cheap fast get aways. They also do not accept any cash and you can only pay daily according to them.

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Georgie

Jun 12, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Roaches everywhere, no wifi, no ice machines, no vending machines, rude front desk staff. GO SOMEWHERE ELSE!!!

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Sarai

Oct 17, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Not so much the property, but the hotel was horrible. There was a used dental floss stick on the table stand, a lot of mold on the shower curtain, no WiFi, no breakfast, no pool, the t.v. didn’t work and we arrived to police officers taking care of what looked like a dispute between the hotel workers. I had booked three nights but left after the first night. I was charged the full three nights and haven’t been refunded the two nights I did not stay.

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1	2	3
4	5	6	7	8	9	10
11	12	13	14 $43	15 $44	16 $70	17 $70
18 $44	19 $41	20 $43	21 $70	22 $79	23 $257	24 $266
25 $79	26 $44	27 $44	28 $43	29 $45	30 $69	31 $70

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1 $44	2 $44	3 $44	4 $44	5 $44	6 $69	7 $73
8 $44	9 $44	10 $45	11 $260	12 $265	13 $260	14 $257
15 $262	16 $257	17 $261	18 $267	19 $265	20 $270	21 $262
22 $268	23 $257	24 $257	25 $262	26 $257	27 $262	28 $262
29 $264	30 $262

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